Events & Volunteer Opportunities

The Staff Council aims to engage with and support university and DC area events. By bringing the GW staff together, we can break down barriers and silos, build a stronger GW, and give back to the community in which we work.

Upcoming Staff Council Events 

Career Mapping Event

On behalf of the Staff Development & Recognition Committee of the GW Staff Council, we cordially invite you to attend our upcoming Career Mapping Event.

This informative session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help you navigate your professional growth and long-term career development at GW.

Topics will include:

• Introduction to career mapping and its primary objectives
• Overview of GW's CareerPath framework and the Y-structure
• Strategies for utilizing GW's internal networks and career planning resources
• Best practices for career ownership, resume building, and interviewing

Presented by: Diane Conners, Executive Director, Talent Acquisition, and Annie Hess, Director of Compensation

Date and Location:

Virginia Science and Technology Campus (VSTC): Monday, October 6 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Innovation Hall, Room 101

Foggy Bottom Campus (FB): Tuesday, October 7 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Duques Hall Room 150/Crain Hall 

Both locations are in-person only

RSVP HERE

Upcoming Staff Events by School or Division 

School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)

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SMHS Staff Assembly Meetings

Staff assembly meetings are held quarterly on the first Wednesday of the month. Meetings are conducted in a hybrid or virtual format from 10 to 11 a.m.

• June 3, 2026
• September 2, 2026
• December 2, 2026

 

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Past Events

Chill & Chat Wednesday

Step away from the office and destress from work! All GW Staff are Welcome! Bring your lunch and chat about non-work related things. Learn more about the Staff Council Committees, meet committee representatives, discover opportunities to get involved, build community across GW, and celebrate 1st quarter birthdays! Bring your lunch and chat about non-work-related things.

• Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
• Time: Noon-1:30 pm
• Location: University Student Center, Room 405 (800 21st Street NW)

Image Continue the Conversation with President Granberg Following her recent conversation with the Staff Council, President Ellen Granberg asked to return to continue the conversation and answer additional questions from our community. She will rejoin the Staff Council for a special virtual session on February 25 at 10 a.m. We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to engage and share your voice. Please reach out to your Staff Council Representatives with questions that you would like addressed.   When registering, please be sure to select February 25 from the dropdown menu.